Communication & Media Manoeuvres

Online presentations have become a vital part of how we communicate and collaborate today. But what’s the most challenging part for you? Let us know which area you find most challenging by voting in the poll! Feel free to share your tips and experiences in the comments below 👇 #OnlinePresentations #VirtualEngagement #PublicSpeaking #PresentationSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunicationSkills

In stakeholder management, assumptions can be risky. It’s easy to think we know what our stakeholders want or need—but how often do we go beyond the surface to uncover their real motivations? Why digging deeper matters: 1. 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. When you understand what truly drives your stakeholders, you can create messages that resonate on a deeper level. This leads to meaningful engagement and effective influence. 2. WIIFM?  It’s not about you, it’s about them. Don’t keep telling them what you want to tell them with organisational key messages. Tell them what THEY want to her and know and work your messages in, around that. 3. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬. Knowing their values, goals, and pain points builds trust. Relationships based on mutual understanding are stronger and more sustainable over time. 4. 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠. Aligning your decisions with stakeholders’ real needs leads to strategic choices that are more likely to gain their support. 💡 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Regularly engage with your stakeholders—ask questions, listen closely, and avoid relying on assumptions. Real insights come from genuine interactions. Do you have a regular feedback or ‘check in’ mechanism? 👉 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: How well do you know your stakeholders? Have you ever uncovered something surprising that shifted your approach? Let’s discuss! #StakeholderEngagement #StakeholderManagement #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #EffectiveCommunication #CorporateSuccess

We’re resharing this video from one of our previous posts because it addresses a common question from clients: "Is showing emotion during an interview a sign of weakness or something to avoid?" This is a crucial topic, especially in high-pressure situations like crisis management. While some might think that showing emotion could undermine professionalism, the truth is quite the opposite. As long as your emotions are genuine and you maintain control without appearing overwhelmed or out of control displaying emotion can actually strengthen your message. It allows you to connect on a more human level, showing authenticity and empathy, which are essential qualities in effective communication. #samelam #authenticity #goodcommunication #human #skynewslive #brisbaneaustralia 

Another blooper for a good laugh! Imagine this: the woman in this video is your company’s executive leader. This funny clip from New Fumble’s Facebook page is a perfect reminder of how important it is to stay sharp and have a presence of mind in any situation. Sometimes, even the pros have their moments! 😂 Check it out below 👇 #funnyvideo  #mediainterview #tvblooper #newsblooper

In our recent survey on what to look for in a #MediaTrainer, two key factors stood out: 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 and 𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. 🏆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Voters highlighted the importance of years of industry expertise, a proven track record, and credibility. A media trainer with hands-on experience can offer real-world solutions and insights. 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Tailoring the training to fit specific needs makes it more relevant and effective, ensuring your team gets the most value. At Communication & Media Manoeuvres, we’ve been fortunate to receive incredible feedback from professionals and industry leaders for our media training services. Here’s what a few of our clients had to say: ✨ “𝙑𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙛𝙪𝙡. 𝙄 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙩 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡.”  Assistant Secretary – Department of Parliamentary Services ✨ “𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜.” CEO – RACGP ✨ “𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙝 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙖 𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚, 𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜.” CEO – Viva Energy Australia Thank you to everyone who participated in the poll! If you're looking for customised media training backed by years of experience, feel free to reach out. We’d love to help your team succeed. #MediaTraining #PollResults #StakeholderEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalTraining #ClientFeedback

𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭! We all need a good laugh every now and then. Check out this hilarious blooper we found on News Fumble’s Facebook page. Now, just imagine presenting your product live on camera, feeling super confident in front of a big audience... and then everything goes hilariously wrong at the last second! 😂 Watch the clip and enjoy the laughs! #presentationskills #newsfail #newsblooper  #funnyvideo

Sometimes, not even media people do media interviews well!! Check this out. Outgoing Nine News CEO Mike Sneesby was approached by a rival station’s reporter while at the Paris Olympic Games, to provide comment about industrial action that was being taken by Nine journalists at home at that time. Mr Sneesby was a torch bearer in the leadup to the Opening Ceremony and was staying in a “boutique” hotel with his family while the dispute was taking place in Australia. Unfortunately, despite being a member of the media and presumably understanding the poor impression he might give, Mr Sneesby didn’t stop to make a brief statement. This left the door open for the reporter to ask about his commitment to his staff and his role as CEO, making for an uncomfortable exchange and perhaps hastening his exit from the company. #Leadership #CrisisManagement #MediaIndustry

In the world of #onlinepresentations, #storytelling is a game-changer. The way you articulate your ideas with emotion that fits your story can truly captivate an audience. Tyler Dewitt’s approach in his video is a perfect example of how #onlinelearning is evolving—and becoming a hit! When presenting online, engaging your audience is key. To avoid the monotony, mix in relevant photos and videos to make your storytelling more dynamic. Dewitt’s video shows how to do this effectively, proving that online learning doesn’t have to be boring! Check out this video for a great example of how online presentations can transform learning—it's an eye-opener for academia! 🎓 #PresentationSkills #CommunicationLeadership

Here’s a video example that highlights what can happen when witnesses are unprepared at Senate Estimates, Royal Commissions, and Government Inquiries. A straightforward question about where a Senator could find the $600 million set aside for a power plant led to an excruciating wait for everyone in the room. The witnesses struggled to locate the answer in their briefing materials, leaving the Senator visibly frustrated, especially when the question had to be taken on notice. To avoid moments like this, it's crucial to know how to navigate your briefing pack, keep key facts at your fingertips, and anticipate likely questions. At Communication & Media Manoeuvres, we help you stay on the front foot instead of being on the ropes. Our mission is to ensure you’re recognised for doing a great job—not for becoming the headline. Click here for more details on how to be fully prepared to face Senators and other government officials: https://lnkd.in/ekqtihs5 #SenateEstimates #GovernmentInquiries  #MediaTraining #Australia

Feeling like an impostor, even when you’re highly qualified, can be a significant hurdle in corporate presentations. This self-doubt can undermine your confidence and affect your performance. Here’s how to tackle it: ✅𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁. The more prepared you are, the more confident you'll feel. ✅ 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸. Remind yourself of your skills and accomplishments. ✅ 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻. Be kind to yourself and focus on growth rather than perfection. ✅ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲. Their support can reinforce your confidence. ✅ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗯𝘁. Your message is what matters most. By addressing impostor syndrome, you can enhance your confidence and effectiveness in presentations. Remember, you’ve earned your place—own it with pride. 🔗https://lnkd.in/eHAdpqQp  📩mediaman@mediamanoeuvres.com.au #ImpostorSyndrome #CorporatePresentations #Confidence #PublicSpeaking #ProfessionalGrowth  #ExecutivePresentationsSkills